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November 2025 in “Pharmacology Research & Perspectives” Avacopan may cause unexpected side effects, so early monitoring is important.
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May 2010 in “Pharmacopsychiatry” Finasteride reduces new brain cells in male mice, possibly causing depression.
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January 2013 in “Yearbook of Urology” Finasteride may help treat recurrent priapism in children, but more research is needed.
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April 2007 in “PubMed” Finasteride, a hair loss drug, caused a skin rash that went away when the drug was stopped and returned when used again.
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